Ask Pastor John
Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Apr 15, 2013 • 5min
Is Jesus the Only Way to Be Saved?
It might feel unloving to say that Jesus is the only way, but it would be even more unloving not to.
Apr 12, 2013 • 6min
What Do You Think of Your Influence on Christian Hip Hop?
At least twelve rap songs have been directly influenced by Pastor John, how does he feel about this legacy?
Apr 11, 2013 • 5min
The Parent’s Role in a Child’s Gender Development
God calls parents to love their children enough to shape them into future men and women. But how much influence should a parent have?
Apr 10, 2013 • 4min
Wimpy Theology Makes Wimpy Women
Pastors and husbands reject complementarity when they cripple women by not encouraging them to study, mediate, and ponder deeply.
Apr 9, 2013 • 7min
What Is “Strong Feminine Womanhood?”
A hope-filled woman finds her strength in the God who comforts her as she finds shelter in him.
Apr 8, 2013 • 7min
Advice for Discouraged, Unemployed College Grads
Worried about where you will work? God’s mercy finds us even when the job search leaves us defeated.
Apr 5, 2013 • 7min
How Do Believers Exceed the Works of Jesus?
Jesus promised that we would do greater works than he did. What does that mean, and have you done any?
Apr 4, 2013 • 6min
Fasting from Twitter and Facebook
Social media can reveal how much we love to be known and liked. It’s one mirror revealing our fear of man.
Apr 3, 2013 • 7min
Twitter Goals and “Humble Brags”
How should believers use social media? In a world that loves broadcasting selfies and counting retweets, we must find better ways to tweet.
Apr 2, 2013 • 9min
How Can We Serve One Another in Battling Lust?
Lust is serious enough to take extreme measures to put to death. This applies not only to our own efforts but also to the efforts of accountability partners.
